The Stars and Stripes

Question 0

Color(s)

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The U.S. National flag.

Question 1

Union

Answer 1

The emblem on a flag symbolizing unity, such as the blue rectangle and stars on the United States flag

Question 2

Standard

Answer 2

A term now interchangeable with “colors,” although formerly it was used for flags of mounted, motorized, and mechanized organization

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Ensign

Answer 3

A flag that is displayed or flown from an aircraft, ship, or boat as the symbol of nationality

Question 4

Garrison flag

Answer 4

Type of flag, 20 by 38 feet, flown on holidays and important occasions

Question 5

Post flag

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Type of flag used for everyday occasions, 10 feet by 19 feet

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Storm flag

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Type of flag flown in bad weather; five by nine and one-half feet

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Half-staff

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The position of the flag about half-way down from the top of the pole or staff, used to honor and pay respect I military and nationally important deceased persons; or as a distress signal

Question 8

Staff

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Another word for flagpole used to carry a unit guidons or colors

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Pennant

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A long, narrow flag tapering to a point or a swallowtail at the end

Question 10

Halyard

Answer 10

A rope or tackle used for hoisting or lowering